What time is BTCC on TV today?
Stream BTCC races online BTCC is now also on MotorTrend as part of the new Wide World of Speed motorsports block, and you can watch starting at 4pm ET.
How long is a touring car race?
3-24 hours
The touring car series consists of one or more endurance races with time duration of 3-24 hours. Basically, the event starts with a standard body shell but racing equipment like engines, suspension, brakes, wheels, and tires are permitted. Races of touring cars are conducted on road courses and street circuits.
Where can I watch touring car racing?
Be sure to follow the action online and on social media and watch the entire season exclusively on Final Drive TV on NBC Sports BA available on Xfinity, Dish Network, DirecTV, AT Uverse and Hulu Live. You can always watch the previous seasons on YouTube.
How long are BTCC races?
Race format Each race typically consists of between 16 and 25 laps, depending on the length of the circuit. A race may be extended by three laps if three or more laps have been run behind a safety car.
Who won touring cars today?
Ash Sutton proved his British Touring Car Championship title-winning credentials in emphatic fashion with a commanding victory in the final race of the season at Brands Hatch.
How do I watch BTCC on ITV Hub?
Join ITV4, ITV Hub and http://itv.com/btcc for live coverage of the day’s motorsport – all three BTCC rounds and the championship’s support series’ – from @thruxtonracing NOW!
Is Nascar a touring car series?
Touring cars share some similarity with American stock car racing governed by NASCAR. However, touring cars are, at least notionally, derived from production cars while today’s NASCAR vehicles are based on a common design. Touring car racing is also referred to as saloon car racing.
Why do British touring cars carry ballast?
Often, the actual weight of the car is lower, so ballast is used to bring it up to the minimum. In some racing series, for example the British Touring Car Championship, ballast is used as a handicap, the leading drivers at the end of one race being given more ballast for the next race.
How much money do racers make?
The salaries of Race Car Drivers in the US range from $19,910 to $187,200 , with a median salary of $44,680 . The middle 50% of Race Car Drivers makes $28,400, with the top 75% making $187,200.
How fast are touring cars?
Top speed: 260km/h / 161mph approx. The World Touring Car Cup (known as the World Touring Car Championship until 2018) consists of cars that follow TCR regulations.